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What is a Building Management System?
As commercial buildings continue to evolve into complex systems, the role of a Building Management System (BMS) is crucial but just the first step towards achieving а well-working communication and control system in the building.
What is a Building Management System?
As commercial buildings continue to evolve into complex systems, the role of a Building Management System (BMS) is crucial but just the first step towards achieving а well-working communication and control system in the building.
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AC fan versus EC fan - What is the difference?
Electric motors exist in different versions. In HVAC applications we distinguish fans with AC and EC motors. What is the difference? What are the pros and cons? This article provides an overview of the main operating principles.
AC fan versus EC fan - What is the difference?
Electric motors exist in different versions. In HVAC applications we distinguish fans with AC and EC motors. What is the difference? What are the pros and cons? This article provides an overview of the main operating principles.
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Potentiometers and control switches
Speed controller for EC motors
Potentiometers and control switches
Speed controller for EC motors
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Transformer fan speed controllers
Transformer controllers regulate the speed of fans with electric motors in steps. This stepped speed control is caused by the autotransformer technology they are built on, hence the name transformer. Transformer fan speed controllers are cost efficient and have proven to be very reliable and robust.
Transformer fan speed controllers
Transformer controllers regulate the speed of fans with electric motors in steps. This stepped speed control is caused by the autotransformer technology they are built on, hence the name transformer. Transformer fan speed controllers are cost efficient and have proven to be very reliable and robust.
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Electronic fan speed controllers
Electronic or variable fan speed controllers regulate AC fan speed continuously variable. They use phase angle control, Triac technology, to reduce the motor voltage. The lower the motor voltage, the lower the fan speed.
Electronic fan speed controllers
Electronic or variable fan speed controllers regulate AC fan speed continuously variable. They use phase angle control, Triac technology, to reduce the motor voltage. The lower the motor voltage, the lower the fan speed.
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Ventilation in Grain Silos
Discover Sentera’s solution for effective ventilation in grain silos.
Ventilation in Grain Silos
Discover Sentera’s solution for effective ventilation in grain silos.
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A Climate Control Solution for Vegetable Warehouses
Learn about Sentera’s solution for potato and onion storage in warehouses where temperature, relative humidity and CO2 levels determine entirely the effectiveness of the storing process.
A Climate Control Solution for Vegetable Warehouses
Learn about Sentera’s solution for potato and onion storage in warehouses where temperature, relative humidity and CO2 levels determine entirely the effectiveness of the storing process.
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Frequency inverters in industrial environment
In most industrial environments, the precise speed and torque moment control should be viewed as a critical part of precise fan speed control process. Sometimes the well-regulated fan speed control depends on the right choice of frequency drives and fan, otherwise we might end up not well prepared for the consequences
Frequency inverters in industrial environment
In most industrial environments, the precise speed and torque moment control should be viewed as a critical part of precise fan speed control process. Sometimes the well-regulated fan speed control depends on the right choice of frequency drives and fan, otherwise we might end up not well prepared for the consequences
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The Rigorous Testing Behind Sentera HVAC Sensors
Discover how Sentera ensures the highest quality in HVAC sensors through comprehensive testing for accuracy, durability, and reliability. Our innovative control solutions are designed to withstand extreme conditions, delivering precise readings every time.
The Rigorous Testing Behind Sentera HVAC Sensors
Discover how Sentera ensures the highest quality in HVAC sensors through comprehensive testing for accuracy, durability, and reliability. Our innovative control solutions are designed to withstand extreme conditions, delivering precise readings every time.
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Air Curtain Controls
Sentera offers a broad range of controllers, from standard manual models to advanced systems with automatic functions and BMS connectivity. Contact us to find the perfect solution for your needs
Air Curtain Controls
Sentera offers a broad range of controllers, from standard manual models to advanced systems with automatic functions and BMS connectivity. Contact us to find the perfect solution for your needs
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Variable fan speed controllers in ventilation systems
Nowadays, proper ventilation system is crucial for maintaining a healthy indoor environment and preserving the good health of inhabitants. The strict control of the ventilation system leads to constantly supplied fresh air and extraction of air pollutants, which immediately impacts the health of the people in the build
Variable fan speed controllers in ventilation systems
Nowadays, proper ventilation system is crucial for maintaining a healthy indoor environment and preserving the good health of inhabitants. The strict control of the ventilation system leads to constantly supplied fresh air and extraction of air pollutants, which immediately impacts the health of the people in the build
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The advantages of Modbus RTU communication over analogue signals
Modbus - a robust and interference-resistant communication
The advantages of Modbus RTU communication over analogue signals
Modbus - a robust and interference-resistant communication
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Air Quality and Air Pollutants
Discover the importance of air quality and how it affects everyday life, often resulting in unpleasant or dangerous medical conditions.
Air Quality and Air Pollutants
Discover the importance of air quality and how it affects everyday life, often resulting in unpleasant or dangerous medical conditions.
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Energy saving through destratification
This article delves into what causes stratification and why destratification fans are a game-changer for maintaining comfort, enhancing air quality, and significantly reducing energy consumption.
Energy saving through destratification
This article delves into what causes stratification and why destratification fans are a game-changer for maintaining comfort, enhancing air quality, and significantly reducing energy consumption.
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Moisture sensors in lawn care
Discover the importance of moisture control in lawn maintenance and learn how moisture sensors can help you achieve a lush, enviable lawn.
Moisture sensors in lawn care
Discover the importance of moisture control in lawn maintenance and learn how moisture sensors can help you achieve a lush, enviable lawn.
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How to create your perfect environment?
A modern ventilation system works completely autonomously. The most important parameters are continuously monitored in a discreet manner. These parameters are different depending on the purpose of the room. Not every room in a building is used for the same purpose. Depending on the way a room is used, ventilation will
How to create your perfect environment?
A modern ventilation system works completely autonomously. The most important parameters are continuously monitored in a discreet manner. These parameters are different depending on the purpose of the room. Not every room in a building is used for the same purpose. Depending on the way a room is used, ventilation will
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Differential Pressure Devices
Differential pressure refers to the difference in air pressure from one location to another within an HVAC system. Maintaining the right level of differential pressure essential to proper ventilation.
Differential Pressure Devices
Differential pressure refers to the difference in air pressure from one location to another within an HVAC system. Maintaining the right level of differential pressure essential to proper ventilation.
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Sentera VAV ventilation system
For the open house at one of our customers, we built a VAV demo unit in which various Sentera product groups are incorporated to work together as one solution. To explain the complete operation of thi
Sentera VAV ventilation system
For the open house at one of our customers, we built a VAV demo unit in which various Sentera product groups are incorporated to work together as one solution. To explain the complete operation of thi
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Fan speed control solutions
How is ventilation controlled? Manual or demand-based fan speed control? The answer is - the more advanced the method of ventilation, the better. Not only is the air quality better, but energy savings are realised and the level of comfort is improved.
Fan speed control solutions
How is ventilation controlled? Manual or demand-based fan speed control? The answer is - the more advanced the method of ventilation, the better. Not only is the air quality better, but energy savings are realised and the level of comfort is improved.
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Sentera sensors - an overview
Sentera is best known for its fan speed controllers, but did you know that we expanded our product range with a wide range of sensors? This since 2011. Sensors for all kinds of purposes, in all kinds
Sentera sensors - an overview
Sentera is best known for its fan speed controllers, but did you know that we expanded our product range with a wide range of sensors? This since 2011. Sensors for all kinds of purposes, in all kinds
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Sentera I/O modules are Modbus RTU compatible
Sentera I/O modules are Modbus RTU compatible. They are of course used in Sentera HVAC solutions, but because they are universal they can also be useful for your project or product.
Fire alarm panels,
Sentera I/O modules are Modbus RTU compatible
Sentera I/O modules are Modbus RTU compatible. They are of course used in Sentera HVAC solutions, but because they are universal they can also be useful for your project or product.
Fire alarm panels,
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Wine Cellar Ventilation
Passive ventilation or active ventilation? Depending on your wine cellar type, we have the solution to suit your needs – from the simplest sensor to on-demand ventilation.
Wine Cellar Ventilation
Passive ventilation or active ventilation? Depending on your wine cellar type, we have the solution to suit your needs – from the simplest sensor to on-demand ventilation.
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Ventilation in greenhouses
Ventilation is a crucial aspect of greenhouse management as it plays a vital role in maintaining the right environmental conditions for plant growth. Proper ventilation in greenhouses helps regulate t
Ventilation in greenhouses
Ventilation is a crucial aspect of greenhouse management as it plays a vital role in maintaining the right environmental conditions for plant growth. Proper ventilation in greenhouses helps regulate t
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DRM - I/O module with relay outputs and Modbus RTU
An I/O module with relay outputs is a device commonly used in industrial and automation applications to interface between a control system (such as a programmable logic controller or PLC) and external
DRM - I/O module with relay outputs and Modbus RTU
An I/O module with relay outputs is a device commonly used in industrial and automation applications to interface between a control system (such as a programmable logic controller or PLC) and external
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Temperature-based fan speed control for AC motors
We need controls and control systems because, in our modern age of technology, they make our lives more convenient, comfortable, efficient and effective. HVAC controls enable equipment to operate effe
Temperature-based fan speed control for AC motors
We need controls and control systems because, in our modern age of technology, they make our lives more convenient, comfortable, efficient and effective. HVAC controls enable equipment to operate effe
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What are 3-speed control switches and how do they operate?
Many motors today are designed to be as flexible as possible when it comes to speed. A three-speed motor has three field windings and a rotor, all in one housing. Each field winding is designed to spi
What are 3-speed control switches and how do they operate?
Many motors today are designed to be as flexible as possible when it comes to speed. A three-speed motor has three field windings and a rotor, all in one housing. Each field winding is designed to spi
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Sentera’s New CAV Controller
Following the best practices in the HVAC, we designed the new series of circular electrically operated CAV dampers also featuring differential pressure control.
Sentera’s New CAV Controller
Following the best practices in the HVAC, we designed the new series of circular electrically operated CAV dampers also featuring differential pressure control.
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What is an air filter monitoring device?
An air filter monitoring device is specifically designed to monitor and assess the condition of air filters in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, industrial air filtration syst
What is an air filter monitoring device?
An air filter monitoring device is specifically designed to monitor and assess the condition of air filters in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, industrial air filtration syst
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Ventilation in cleanrooms
Ventilation and indoor air quality are always important aspects of a building. In some areas, they are even essential for maintaining the functionality of the space.
Ventilation in cleanrooms
Ventilation and indoor air quality are always important aspects of a building. In some areas, they are even essential for maintaining the functionality of the space.
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Sensors for demand-based ventilation
In recent years, the importance of efficient ventilation systems in buildings has become increasingly clear. Poor ventilation not only leads to discomfort for occupants but also has negative impacts o
Sensors for demand-based ventilation
In recent years, the importance of efficient ventilation systems in buildings has become increasingly clear. Poor ventilation not only leads to discomfort for occupants but also has negative impacts o
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What is the difference between VAV and CAV? What does Constant Pressure Control involve?
When desgning a ventilation system, we often come across the terms "VAV", "CAV" and "Constant Pressure Control". In this article I would like to explain what these terms mean exactly, when which optio
What is the difference between VAV and CAV? What does Constant Pressure Control involve?
When desgning a ventilation system, we often come across the terms "VAV", "CAV" and "Constant Pressure Control". In this article I would like to explain what these terms mean exactly, when which optio
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Sensors for demand based ventilation systems
Which sensors should I use in my building? This is the question that is regularly asked these days with most people spending up to 90 % of their time indoors. Due to Corona and the ever-improving insu
Sensors for demand based ventilation systems
Which sensors should I use in my building? This is the question that is regularly asked these days with most people spending up to 90 % of their time indoors. Due to Corona and the ever-improving insu
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Twenty-five years of excellence, seen from a different perspective
Sentera has grown into a leading manufacturer of, among other things, fan speed controllers and sensors for HVAC and ventilation systems. For 25 years, our products have been used worldwide - visibly
Twenty-five years of excellence, seen from a different perspective
Sentera has grown into a leading manufacturer of, among other things, fan speed controllers and sensors for HVAC and ventilation systems. For 25 years, our products have been used worldwide - visibly
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How to find the right CO2 sensor for your project?
Given the current circumstances (Corona virus, polluted air, ...), monitoring indoor air quality is strongly encouraged. CO2 meters are particularly suitable for controlling a ventilation system becau
How to find the right CO2 sensor for your project?
Given the current circumstances (Corona virus, polluted air, ...), monitoring indoor air quality is strongly encouraged. CO2 meters are particularly suitable for controlling a ventilation system becau
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Monitor your fresh air supply
HVAC sensors monitor indoor air quality. Based on specific measurements supply and exhaust fan speed is regulated to guarantee sufficient fresh air supply and to optimise the energy efficiency of the
Monitor your fresh air supply
HVAC sensors monitor indoor air quality. Based on specific measurements supply and exhaust fan speed is regulated to guarantee sufficient fresh air supply and to optimise the energy efficiency of the
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We are what we breathe
CO2 and VOCs are generally known as 2 factors that contaminate the air that we breathe. Now studies find that yet another substance, hazardous to our health, moves about airborne: toxic ‘forever chemi
We are what we breathe
CO2 and VOCs are generally known as 2 factors that contaminate the air that we breathe. Now studies find that yet another substance, hazardous to our health, moves about airborne: toxic ‘forever chemi
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Monitoring fresh air flow
The Sentera DPS differential pressure sensor guarantees the display of the actual and real air flow rate in function of the occupancy rate of a room or building
Monitoring fresh air flow
The Sentera DPS differential pressure sensor guarantees the display of the actual and real air flow rate in function of the occupancy rate of a room or building
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New - Sentera Circular Motorized Control Damper
The Sentera ACT-H-125 is a round motorized control damper for air ducts with a diameter of 125 mm and is equipped with an RJ45 socket and a classic terminal block. The damper blade position can be con
New - Sentera Circular Motorized Control Damper
The Sentera ACT-H-125 is a round motorized control damper for air ducts with a diameter of 125 mm and is equipped with an RJ45 socket and a classic terminal block. The damper blade position can be con
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Efficient ventilation system in livestock farming
The use of an efficient ventilation system in livestock farming not only improves animal welfare, but also improves returns. After all, such a ventilation system takes care of the removal of ammonia,
Efficient ventilation system in livestock farming
The use of an efficient ventilation system in livestock farming not only improves animal welfare, but also improves returns. After all, such a ventilation system takes care of the removal of ammonia,
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The advantages of a potentiometer with Modbus RTU
Potentiometers with minimum and maximum limit, working from low to high speed or vice versa, with 0-10 volts, 0-20 mA or PWM output, infinitely adjustable or with adjustable steps (…) were already par
The advantages of a potentiometer with Modbus RTU
Potentiometers with minimum and maximum limit, working from low to high speed or vice versa, with 0-10 volts, 0-20 mA or PWM output, infinitely adjustable or with adjustable steps (…) were already par
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Ventilation systems in the catering industry
Summer has finally arrived and soon we will all be leaving for our favourite holiday destination. After an intensive day of vacation, we often like to put our feet under the table in an authentic loca
Ventilation systems in the catering industry
Summer has finally arrived and soon we will all be leaving for our favourite holiday destination. After an intensive day of vacation, we often like to put our feet under the table in an authentic loca
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Energy savings through destratification
Just as winter is approaching, the current unprecedented energy prices are forcing us to use our energy even more consciously and efficiently. The most obvious measure is to lower the room temperature
Energy savings through destratification
Just as winter is approaching, the current unprecedented energy prices are forcing us to use our energy even more consciously and efficiently. The most obvious measure is to lower the room temperature
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Indoor Air Quality in hospitals
Why is air quality in hospitals so important? A hospital is a place where both weak and healthy people come into close contact with each other. In Corona times, that is a frightening scenario that req
Indoor Air Quality in hospitals
Why is air quality in hospitals so important? A hospital is a place where both weak and healthy people come into close contact with each other. In Corona times, that is a frightening scenario that req
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How to guarantee sufficient fresh air supply in existing buildings?
Sufficient fresh air supply is not only important for the feeling of well-being and for optimal functioning - it is also essential for your health. In closed indoor spaces, sufficient ventilation is n
How to guarantee sufficient fresh air supply in existing buildings?
Sufficient fresh air supply is not only important for the feeling of well-being and for optimal functioning - it is also essential for your health. In closed indoor spaces, sufficient ventilation is n
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Fan speed control made easy!
Sentera has a wide range of products and solutions to control fans and monitor indoor air quality. Our product range has a modular structure, which offers enormous advantages. Sentera products are eas
Fan speed control made easy!
Sentera has a wide range of products and solutions to control fans and monitor indoor air quality. Our product range has a modular structure, which offers enormous advantages. Sentera products are eas
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SenteraWeb - IoT for the HVAC industry
Internet of Things - or IoT - refers to the billions of physical devices around the world that are now connected to the internet, all collecting and sharing data. The IoT is a giant network of connect
SenteraWeb - IoT for the HVAC industry
Internet of Things - or IoT - refers to the billions of physical devices around the world that are now connected to the internet, all collecting and sharing data. The IoT is a giant network of connect
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Indoor air quality
The purpose of ventilation is to supply fresh outside air and extract stale air and pollutants from inside. The supply of fresh air can be seen as the first step towards good indoor air quality. Howev
Indoor air quality
The purpose of ventilation is to supply fresh outside air and extract stale air and pollutants from inside. The supply of fresh air can be seen as the first step towards good indoor air quality. Howev